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fenfluramine and Acute Confusional Senile Dementia

fenfluramine has been researched along with Acute Confusional Senile Dementia in 4 studies

Fenfluramine: A centrally active drug that apparently both blocks serotonin uptake and provokes transport-mediated serotonin release.
fenfluramine : A secondary amino compound that is 1-phenyl-propan-2-amine in which one of the meta-hydrogens is substituted by trifluoromethyl, and one of the hydrogens attached to the nitrogen is substituted by an ethyl group. It binds to the serotonin reuptake pump, causing inhbition of serotonin uptake and release of serotonin. The resulting increased levels of serotonin lead to greater serotonin receptor activation which in turn lead to enhancement of serotoninergic transmission in the centres of feeding behavior located in the hypothalamus. This suppresses the appetite for carbohydrates. Fenfluramine was used as the hydrochloride for treatment of diabetes and obesity. It was withdrawn worldwide after reports of heart valve disease and pulmonary hypertension.

Research

Studies (4)

TimeframeStudies, this research(%)All Research%
pre-19900 (0.00)18.7374
1990's3 (75.00)18.2507
2000's1 (25.00)29.6817
2010's0 (0.00)24.3611
2020's0 (0.00)2.80

Authors

AuthorsStudies
Lanctôt, KL1
Herrmann, N1
Eryavec, G1
van Reekum, R1
Reed, K1
Naranjo, CA1
McLoughlin, DM1
Lucey, JV1
Dinan, TG1
Mintzer, J1
Brawman-Mintzer, O1
Mirski, DF1
Unger, R1
Nietert, P1
Meeks, A1
Sampson, R1
Cooper, JK1
Mungas, D1

Other Studies

4 other studies available for fenfluramine and Acute Confusional Senile Dementia

ArticleYear
Central serotonergic activity is related to the aggressive behaviors of Alzheimer's disease.
    Neuropsychopharmacology : official publication of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology, 2002, Volume: 27, Issue:4

    Topics: Aged; Aged, 80 and over; Aggression; Alzheimer Disease; Brain; Depressive Disorder; Down-Regulation;

2002
Central serotonergic hyperresponsivity in late-onset Alzheimer's disease.
    The American journal of psychiatry, 1994, Volume: 151, Issue:11

    Topics: Aged; Aged, 80 and over; Alzheimer Disease; Female; Fenfluramine; Geriatric Assessment; Humans; Male

1994
Fenfluramine challenge test as a marker of serotonin activity in patients with Alzheimer's dementia and agitation.
    Biological psychiatry, 1998, Nov-01, Volume: 44, Issue:9

    Topics: Aged; Aged, 80 and over; Alzheimer Disease; Behavioral Symptoms; Biomarkers; Case-Control Studies; F

1998
Serotonin response in sweet-food craving Alzheimer's disease subjects.
    Aging (Milan, Italy), 1992, Volume: 4, Issue:2

    Topics: Aged; Aged, 80 and over; Alzheimer Disease; Feeding Behavior; Female; Fenfluramine; Humans; Male; Pr

1992